Mom’s the Word by Ragu: Live Chat with Digital Mom Audrey McLelland
5pm PT/8pm ET
Tune in for a live discussion with Digital Mom, Author and Founder of MomGenerations.com, Audrey McClelland. The topic: “When Dinner Time Gets Tough”, an online discussion about tackling various dinner dilemmas – from picky eaters to rushed schedules! [clear here]

Tia and Tamera Live Chat
7pm PT/10pm ET
The 90s’ favorite sisters Tia and Tamera may be all grown up (and Tia has a baby on the way!) but they still take time to connect with old and new fans! Join them during the premiere of their new Style Network show, “Tia and Tamera.” [clear here]Nikkei Japan Report (English)
7pm PT/10pm ET
Japanese news network Nikkei is partnering with Ustream to bring Japanese and international viewers their nightly news coverage. The English-language feed is live tonight!
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Dog Training Day!
10am PT/1pm ET
Thinking of bringing a new family member into the household? The Learning Annex is bringing you a set of 5 classes that are a must-see for any prospective or new dog owners. Topics range from choosing a breed to training and socializing your puppy! [clear here]

Make Live Episode 14: Metalworking
6pm PT/9pm ET
Join the DIYers at Make Live for a special episode on metal working! They’ll walk you through how to create useful projects and work with a variety of different metal materials. [clear here]

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Colleen Burns: Mom on the Run Back to School Event
9:30am PT/12:30pm ET
Summer is almost over (sad face) but Mom on the Run Colleen Burns and Denise Albert (of the blog Moms and the City) have all the tips you need to get the kids back in gear and prepared for another year at school. Their advice will cover how to shop smart for back-to-school and what your kids do and don’t need! [clear here]

Ames Straw Poll
6:30am PT/9:30am ET
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Join Republican Presidential candidates in Iowa for the Ames Straw Poll, an event that often determines the course of the Republican run for the presidency. This year’s straw poll is being held on the campus of Iowa University, so tune in to see how it plays out! [clear here]